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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1918
Page
5
The Athens Banner publishes wartime appeals urging readers to support the Third Liberty Loan. It cites Allied commander messages and calls for personal sacrifice, urging citizens to work hard to back the loan and compare personal effort to what soldiers overseas endure.
Speaker Champ Clark urges Americans to support the war effort with bonds. He says duty requires funding military needs, praises Wilson and Congress for mobilizing men and money, and stresses that all citizens must invest to sustain national resolve. He personally invested, urging others to do likewise.
A political column urges Congressman Howard to withdraw from the U S Senate race in Georgia. It accuses him of entering the race due to factional pressure, loyalty questions, and a plotted plan to split the vote against Harris, arguing the loyal element should unite behind a proven candidate.
The Overman bill urged by President Wilson faces strong resistance from Senator Hoke Smith of Georgia who blocks its passage, slinging harsh words at the president. Wilson insists on no compromise, arguing amendments would doom the measure vital to the war effort and to soldiers both here and abroad. Hardwick joins Smith in opposition while accusing Smith of treasonable acts in committee sessions.
A quotation highlights bread as the backbone of civilization. It praises bread’s universal role from peasant to prince, providing nourishment and courage when other foods fail. The excerpt frames bread as a ministering force in daily life and nation building.
A polite exchange follows a woman refusing laundry service due to scarlet fever. The colored woman responds that her children had scarlet fever three weeks earlier, implying no transmission risk. The dialogue reflects social manners and attitudes toward illness in the community.
A persuasive health advertorial asserts Nuxated Iron as a potent blood builder and strength enhancer. It cites endorsements from former U S senators and congress members, physicians, clergy, and city officials. The ad advises a two week regimen of five grain tablets three times daily and promises a money back guarantee through local druggists Palmer & Sons and Warren J. Smith & Bro.
An old saying notes nature cures while doctors take fees. Cham berlain s Cough Remedy eases the lungs loosens mucus relieves coughing and helps nature restore health. Funeral notice invites friends of John J Nevitt and C D Planigen to attend services at Emmel Church Prince Avenue Athens this afternoon at 4 o clock.
Poem fragment recalling a friend asking that a young man be given his chance no matter where he serves in the war. The speaker expresses faith in the young man's steadfast purpose and pride as he faces duty in any place, including France.
Chafin Brothers of this city have taken the Maxwell agency for the area. They are well known dealers with a large wash and college avenue facility including a filling station and vulcanizing plants under Mr. B F Harvey. Demonstrations will be given by reliable representatives and all Maxwell parts will be stocked for prompt service.
A lively review praises the comedy Nothing But The Truth for strong production and nearly full audience delight. Louis Halves is lauded as Bob with clever performance, Carl Reed as Van Dusen impresses, Gertrude Doty shines with the innocent young thing role, while Bishop Doran falls short and could improve. The piece is deemed thoroughly enjoyable and a return next season is hoped.
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